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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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