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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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