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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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