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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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