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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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