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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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