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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Djibouti to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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