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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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