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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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