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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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