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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tunisia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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