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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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