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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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