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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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