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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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