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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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