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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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