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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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