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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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