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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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