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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in online learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the gripping 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 massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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