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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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