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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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