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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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