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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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