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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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