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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning are making it possible for people 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. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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