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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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