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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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