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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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