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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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