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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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