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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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