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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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