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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwanda to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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