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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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