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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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