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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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