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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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