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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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