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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in electronic educational technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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