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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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