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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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