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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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