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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major 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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