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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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