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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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