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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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