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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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