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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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