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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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