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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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