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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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