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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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