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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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