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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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