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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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