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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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