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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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