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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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