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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these important new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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