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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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