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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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