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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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