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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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