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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Gabon to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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