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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Djibouti to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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