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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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