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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cameroon to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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