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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in electronic education technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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