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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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