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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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