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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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