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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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