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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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