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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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