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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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