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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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