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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education enable learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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