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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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