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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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