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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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