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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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