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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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