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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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