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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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