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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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