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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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