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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. New developments in digital education technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Brazzaville) to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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