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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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