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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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