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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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