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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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