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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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