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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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