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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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