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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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