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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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