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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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