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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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