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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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