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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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