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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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