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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Cameroon to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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