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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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