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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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