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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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