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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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