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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp these open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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