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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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