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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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