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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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