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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education ventures. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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