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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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