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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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