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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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