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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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