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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines 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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