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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education technology enable people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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