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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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