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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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