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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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