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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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