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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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