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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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