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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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