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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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