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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. People want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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