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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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