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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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