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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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