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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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