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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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