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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are empowering students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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