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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in digital education technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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