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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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