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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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