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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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