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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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