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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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