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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-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 institutions certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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