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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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