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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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