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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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