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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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