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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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