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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses 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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