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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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