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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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