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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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