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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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