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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need 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 topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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