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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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