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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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