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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology enable people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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