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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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