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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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