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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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