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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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