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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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