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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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