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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Comoros to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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