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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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