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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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