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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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