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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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