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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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