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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Haiti to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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