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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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