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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of 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 stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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