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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the major 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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