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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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