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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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