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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also investigates 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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