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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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