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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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