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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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