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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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