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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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