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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Brazzaville) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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