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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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