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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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