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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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