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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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