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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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