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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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