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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and many other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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