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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in digital education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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