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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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