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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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