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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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