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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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