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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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