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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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