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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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