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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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