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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand these open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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