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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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