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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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