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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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