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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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