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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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