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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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