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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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