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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education experiments. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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