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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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