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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major 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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