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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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