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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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