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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources