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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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