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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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