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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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