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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Egypt to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key 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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