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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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