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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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