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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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