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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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