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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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