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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? 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 participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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