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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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