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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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