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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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