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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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