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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Djibouti to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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