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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Morocco to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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