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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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