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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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