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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cameroon to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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