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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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