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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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