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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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