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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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