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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Togo to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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