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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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