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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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