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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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