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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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