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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning 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 guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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