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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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