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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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