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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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