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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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