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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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