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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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