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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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