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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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