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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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