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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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