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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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