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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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