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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key 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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