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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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