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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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