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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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