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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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