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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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