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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning have enabled humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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