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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwanda to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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