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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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