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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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