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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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