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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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