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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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