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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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