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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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