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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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