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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online education technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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