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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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