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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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