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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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