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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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