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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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