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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online education technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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