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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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