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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Egypt to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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