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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education experiments. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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