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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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