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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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