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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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