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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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