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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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