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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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