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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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