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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to understand these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key 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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