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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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