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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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