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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively 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 ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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