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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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