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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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