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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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