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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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