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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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