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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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