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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand these open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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