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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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