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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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