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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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