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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction 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 learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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