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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Togo to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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