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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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