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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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