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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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