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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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