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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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