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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online 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 educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to understand these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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