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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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