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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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