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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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