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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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