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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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