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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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