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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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