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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning have enabled students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses