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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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