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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sudan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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