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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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