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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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