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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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