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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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