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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cameroon to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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