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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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