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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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