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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education