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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Brazzaville) to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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