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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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