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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better grasp these open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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