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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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