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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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