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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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