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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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