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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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