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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning enable learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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