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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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