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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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