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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)