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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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