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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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