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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online education have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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