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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of these open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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