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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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