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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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