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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning are enabling people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that distance 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. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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