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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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