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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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