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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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