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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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