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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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