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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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