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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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