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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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