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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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