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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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