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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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