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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Morocco to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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