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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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