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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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