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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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