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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Djibouti to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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