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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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