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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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