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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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