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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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