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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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