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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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