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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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