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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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