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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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