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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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