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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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