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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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