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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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