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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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