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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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