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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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