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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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