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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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