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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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