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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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