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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with 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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