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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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