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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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