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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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