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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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