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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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