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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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