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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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