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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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