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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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