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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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