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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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