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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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