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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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