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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources