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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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