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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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