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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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