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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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