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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge 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 considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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