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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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