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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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