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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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