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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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