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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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