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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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