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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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