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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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