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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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