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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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