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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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