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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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