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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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