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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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