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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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