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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also researches 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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