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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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