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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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