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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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