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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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