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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online education have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Benin to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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