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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Gabon to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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