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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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