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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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