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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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