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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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