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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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