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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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