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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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