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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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