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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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