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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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