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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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