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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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