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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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