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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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