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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also articulates 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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