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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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