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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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