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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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