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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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