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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Djibouti to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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