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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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