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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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