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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic education technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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