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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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