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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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