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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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