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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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