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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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