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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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