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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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