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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning have provided the means for people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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