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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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