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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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