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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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