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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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