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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic 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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