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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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