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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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