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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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