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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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