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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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