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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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