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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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