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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cameroon to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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