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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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