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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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