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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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