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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Gabon to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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