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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Professors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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