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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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