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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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