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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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