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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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