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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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