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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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