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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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