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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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