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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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