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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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