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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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