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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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