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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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