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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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