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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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