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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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