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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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