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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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