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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning have empowered people all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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