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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to understand these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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