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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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