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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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