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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. 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 MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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