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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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