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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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