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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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