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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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