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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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