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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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