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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cameroon to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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