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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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