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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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