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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online education are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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