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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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