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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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