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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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