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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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