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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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