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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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