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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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