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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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