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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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